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Celebrate Columbus Day

Friday, 08 October 2021 by Bryan

Columbus Day is a national holiday in the U.S. and many other countries in the Western Hemisphere. It’s fun to celebrate Columbus Day with hands-on learning and good books. On October 12, 1492, Columbus landed on an island he renamed San Salvador. An Italian who sailed under the Spanish flag, Christopher was a devout

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Fun Fall Field Trip Ideas for Homeschool Families

Wednesday, 06 October 2021 by Bryan

This fall may be slightly unconventional as the fall of 2020 was, but here are several fall field trip ideas that will have your children thankful for God’s creation amid challenging times. The changing of seasons is refreshing for children— and mom! It gives your homeschool a change of pace which makes children excited

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Hey Mama Monday: Are You a Joyful Teacher or Parent Under Pressure, Mama?

Monday, 04 October 2021 by Bryan

Hey Mama, Ever feel like a jar of jam? Under so much pressure, but it’s all bottled up! Instead of “bursting,” take heart. You can do this. You ARE that joyful, loving Mama your littles adore. The one they run to when they have a boo-boo, or in the case of your older

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Water Fountains: Being Refreshed by the Living Water

Friday, 01 October 2021 by Bryan

In John 4, we find an interesting conversation between Jesus and a Samaritan woman. This was unusual for two reasons. First, she was a woman. Second, she was a Samaritan. According to Jewish customs, for these two reasons, this conversation never should have happened. Jesus, however, is more concerned about the woman’s spiritual well-being